2009 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 335 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
